Master of Science in Information Systems – Business Analytics
Elevate your ability to use information, data, and advanced technologies to drive enterprise growth across a wide range of organizations. Build solutions-focused strategies and cutting-edge skills in this comprehensive program.
Program Overview
Find out what you will gain with an M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics degree
Knowing how to extract relevant insights from big data and apply them to all aspects of business is a critical need in today's rapidly evolving global marketplace. In the Master of Science in Information Systems – Business Analytics online program offered by NKU's respected College of Informatics, you will thoroughly explore the convergence of business and data.
This academically rigorous information systems business analytics M.S. program provides you with both a top-level perspective and advanced, modern skillsets in optimizing the use of information to develop data-based business initiatives and solutions. The broad-based curriculum covers business intelligence, data analysis and visualization, information security, and blockchain technology. You will strengthen your competencies in leadership, management, communication, project management, and finance.
In this online M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics program, you will learn how to:
- Understand and apply current information technologies
- Evaluate and adapt new technologies to meet business needs
- Comprehend the organizational settings where these technologies will be implemented
- Manage information systems as an organizational resource by making critical, IS-related decisions and by recruiting and retaining qualified IS personnel
- Expand your proficiency in Oracle®, SQL, Tableau®, and R
- Understand and apply current information technologies
- Evaluate and adapt new technologies to meet business needs
- Comprehend the organizational settings where these technologies will be implemented
- Manage information systems as an organizational resource by making critical, IS-related decisions and by recruiting and retaining qualified IS personnel
- Expand your proficiency in Oracle®, SQL, Tableau®, and R
As a graduate of this online M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics program, you will be prepared for advancement into roles such as:
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Data Architect
- Chief Data Officer
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Data Analyst
- Data Architect
- Chief Data Officer
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Northern Kentucky University offers a variety of informatics programs online.
Tuition
Gain in-demand skills at an outstanding value
The M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics online program offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition for in-state and out-of-state students. Financial aid may be available to eligible students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Required Fees | Total Program with Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics | $585 | $ | $18,255 |
Tuition and fees subject to change at any time.
Tuition Breakdown:
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Calendar
Add these key dates to your calendar
The M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics online program is flexible and efficient for busy schedules, with accelerated courses that start multiple times a year. View the calendar to find the best start date for you, and be sure to submit your application, registration, documents and tuition by the corresponding deadlines.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/18/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/27/25 | 6/30/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/18/25 | 8/6/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/15/25 | 8/18/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/15/25 | 10/2/25 | 10/7/25 | 10/10/25 | 10/15/25 |
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Admissions
See what you need to apply to our M.S.I.S. in Business Analytics program
The admission process is the first step toward earning your information systems business analytics M.S. degree online.
Admission Requirements:
- Official transcripts of all coursework from accredited institutions
- Professional resume which includes relevant experience
- 2.8 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale
M.S.I.S. Online Admission Requirements
- Complete online application and pay $40 non-refundable application fee
- If you are an NKU alum or active/veteran military member, your application fee will be waived
- Submit official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework from accredited institutions with a minimum undergraduate overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.8 or higher
- Applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA between 2.5 and 2.8 must submit a current resume with evidence of three years of professional work experience
Official documents may be mailed or emailed to:
NKU Office of Graduate Education
302 Lucas Administrative Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Have a question? Call us at 800-985-7215.
"Informatics is all about seeking human meaning in a world of data. It is how we find, process, protect, and share information."
Kevin Kirby, Dean of the College of Informatics
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Explore the topics you will study in your M.S.I.S. – Business Analytics courses
For the information systems business analytics M.S. online program, you must complete a total of 30 credit hours, including 21 credit hours of core courses and nine credit hours of electives. Students without a programming background may be required to take an additional programming course as advised by the program director.
Students must take the following courses:
Students must take three courses from the following:
